Ports of Call

Paris Roissy Airport

Overview

As the gateway to the quintessentially chic and sophisticated
city of Paris, Charles de Gaulle Airport processes over 58 million
passengers each year. The airport offers passengers a first class
airport experience with Playstation areas, high-tech video lounges,
stylish restaurants and haute couture boutiques scattered
throughout the terminals. Staff are friendly and speak excellent
English and there's plenty to do at the airport.

Location

The airport is 16 miles (25km) northeast of Paris.

Getting to the city

There is a good train service with the RER B line that serves
the airport with connections to the city centre and the Metro
station. From the airport RER B can be accessed from Terminal 2
railway station on the airport shuttle. The RER B line is serviced
every fifteen minutes Monday through Friday and takes 35 minutes to
the city centre. The Roissy bus line also connects to the city
centre for the 60-minute drive. Buses depart every 15-20 minutes
between 6am and 12.30am. Air France also runs buses to certain city
destinations. The Noctilien night bus runs between 12.30am and 5am
with fares depending on destination.

Time

GMT +1 (GMT +2 between last Sunday in March and last Sunday in October).

Contacts

Tel: +33 (0)1 48 62 1212.

Car rental

All major car rental companies are represented.

Airport Taxis

There are taxis outside the baggage reclaim area of the arrival
terminals. Surcharges of up to 15 percent apply at night and on
Sundays and public holidays.

Transfer between terminals

The three terminals are linked by free shuttle buses.

Facilities

There are ATMs, banks and bureaux de change in all terminals as
well as a wide selection of shops, restaurants and bars.

Parking

Short-term parking is available in lots P1, P3, and PAB, nearest
to Terminal 1 and rates range from €3 for a 15 minute stay up
to €39 for a full day's parking. The first 10 minutes parked
are free. Lots PCD and PEF are located near Terminal 2 and offer
similar rates. Lot PR has lower long-term parking rates and the lot
is connected to all terminals via a free shuttle.

Website

Internet

Free wifi is provided. Faster and more reliable Premium Wifi is
also avaliable at a cost.

Business Lounges

There are pay-as-you-go computer desks with broadband access in
every terminal. Most Airline lounges offer complimentary internet
access. The Roissy Charles de Gaulle 1 Business Centre has a
fully-equipped meeting room and VIP lounge on offer.